In this context,recent developments in the coupled three-dimensional(3D)hydro-mechanical(HM)simulation tool TOUGH-RBSN are presented.This tool is used to model
The shear wave (S-wave) component of the total blast vibration always plays an important role in damage to rock or adjacent structures. Numerical approach has b
Sand production is a challenging issue in upstream oil and gas industry, causing operational and safety problems. Therefore, before drilling the wells, it is es
Tensile strength is an important material property for rocks. In applications where rocks are subjected to dynamic loads, the dynamic tensile strength is the co
In the near future, several offshore wind farms are planned to be built in the North Sea. Therefore, jacket and tripod constructions with mainly axially loaded